Jamauri Smarr and Jeremiah Carter Shooting South Fulton, GA Death, Obituary: Tragic Loss, Gone Too Soon

The South Fulton, Georgia community is mourning the heartbreaking and senseless loss of two young lives, Jamauri Smarr, 16, and Jeremiah Carter, 14, who were fatally shot on Tuesday evening, March 17, 2026.

According to the South Fulton Police Department, officers responded to reports of gunfire around 8:25 p.m. in the Cooks Landing subdivision near the 4200 block of Fortune Point. When they arrived, they found both teens suffering from gunshot wounds. They were rushed to a nearby hospital, where they later succumbed to their injuries.

The Fulton County Medical Examiner’s Office confirmed the identities of the victims, sending waves of grief throughout the community. Jamauri and Jeremiah were both at the beginning of their lives, with futures full of promise that were tragically cut short.

Their sudden passing has left their families, friends, classmates, and neighbors in deep sorrow. Loved ones remember them not just as victims, but as young individuals who brought energy, laughter, and meaning into the lives of those around them. Their absence leaves an unimaginable void that words cannot fully express.

As the community struggles to process this devastating loss, support continues to pour in for both families, with many offering prayers and comfort during this incredibly difficult time.

Authorities are still searching for the suspect, and the investigation remains ongoing. In the midst of grief, Jamauri Smarr and Jeremiah Carter are remembered for their lives, their potential, and the lasting impact they leave behind.